Senior Healthcare Program Specialist - Children's Services

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO), an affiliate of Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG), is focused on delighting clients with world-class managed staffing and talent consulting services. SSO is committed to a diverse workforce, which is a reflection of our clients and the people they serve.Senior Healthcare Program Specialist - Children's Services in Albany, NY(Item 1165)Duties:a. Assist the supervisor and staff in the Office of Health Insurance Programs (OHIP), Division of Program Development and Management in a broad range of planning, implementation, evaluation, and reporting activities.b. Become knowledgeable and gain understanding of the Health Home Serving Children (HHSC) program and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Children’s Waiver to determine changes and or enhancements to the services and programs.c. Research regulations and develop policies, procedures and guidance documents related to a wide range of subjects relevant to the development, implementation, and management of the children services, inclusive of developing power points and presenting training webinars.d. Research and evaluate implementation strategies for the services. Present solution-focused information and ideas regarding program services to the team and supervisor.e. Assist with implementing program projects and initiatives that address identified needs within the Children’s Services design.f. Assist in evaluating and monitoring program compliance. Synthesize information and feedback to determine the need for new services or changes to current services.g. Collaborate and work with staff, contractors, and state partners on projects regarding various program aspects of Children Services of the Health Homes and HCBS program as well as State Plan Services.h. Assist with system enhancements by providing program knowledge and understanding for the CANS-NY, Capacity Management, Service Tracker, and MAPP HHTS.i. Other activities as may be deemed necessary in response to the changing needs of OHIP.Basic Qualifications:9 years of healthcare experienceAn Associate degree can count as 2 years of experience, a Bachelor's can count as 4 years of experience, a Master's can count as 5 years of experience.Desired Characteristics:Understanding and knowledge of Children Services with clinical or practice knowledge regarding medical and behavioral health conditions.Good communication skills and ability to work with providers and State agencies regarding the various children’s populations of Serious Emotional Disturbance, Foster Care, Medically Fragile, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use and other chronic conditions.Understanding and knowledge of Medicaid and Medicaid services.Compensation for roles at Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, SSO provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, SSO provides a range of benefits for this role.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Staffing Solutions Organization LLC is an e-Verify participant.Job DetailsPay Type SalaryEducation Level Equivalent ExperienceTravel Required NoTelecommute Percentage 50Hiring Min Rate 49,400 USDHiring Max Rate 65,000 USD